Eichenbaum's work ethic comes from his sense of ad-hoc adventure -- anytime he travelled and was in need of a lampshade or furniture, he would craft something out of what he had on hand.

Later, selling a few pieces at a flea market which "sold like hotcakes", Eichenbaum suddenly found himself with a new calling and business.

Now working out of a small studio that used to be a small car repair shop, Eichenbaum creates unique specimens exclusively out of recycled materials, with a decidedly whimsical bent. The gorgeous, intricate patterning of Gilles' lamps reminds me of Moroccan lamps -- but with way more inventive character.

According to his site translated from French:

All this stuff cluttering your basement can be used again, another round... Today the memories they evoke shall pinch you. Or their revival makes you laugh and it's just a lot.

Definitely not your usual poseur IKEA lamp, that's for sure -- Eichenbaum's pieces hold no pretensions while having the bonus of stimulating the imagination. If you would like to see more, take a look at his extensive collection on his website.